Bridgestone Blizzak LM-32 Tire Review & Rating

Marketed as tires for drivers of luxury vehicles, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM-32 is a high performance winter tire suitable for most sports cars and coupes. The sidewall features the industry standard Mountain Snowflake emblem, which indicates that the tire has met service requirements for severe weather driving.

The tire sports a unique high polymer tread compound that offers increased traction when the temps get colder. A directional tread pattern includes deeper sipes and the Lamellen edge engineering technique, which involves the use of a large number of biting edges to improve traction over snow and ice. It also improves resistance to hydroplaning and reduces braking distances while driving on wet, snow-covered, or icy roads.

Ride comfort and in-vehicle noise is very good with the Blizzak LM-32. You’ll find it delivers a smooth, quiet ride, even in the dead of winter.

The Blizzak LM-32 has snow platform indicators, which allows the driver to view when grip will be effectively reduced in snow and ice conditions due to tread wear. As the tire’s tread depth is reduced through normal use, its effectiveness in winter conditions will decrease-but this feature makes it simple for driver’s to keep an eye on whether or not they need a replacement.

The LM32 is available in sizes ranging from 205/55R16 all the way up to a 295/35R20. Speed ratings are H, V and W, and Bridgestone offers a limited tread warranty as well on this model.

Pros

• Excellent resistance to hydroplaning and wet traction for passenger vehicles
• Vastly improved grip and handling in extreme weather conditions
• Smooth and comfortable ride
• Particularly effective on rear wheel drive vehicles

Cons

• Not much to complain about here

Overall Thoughts

Bridgestone’s Blizzak LM-32 series winter tire, while a tad pricey, flat out delivers on its claims of improving your winter driving safety, ride comfort, and overall experience. It’s more expensive than similar passenger vehicle winter tires from other tire makers, but drivers of high performance vehicles will notice a difference in the rain, snow, and ice.

The tire’s number one shortcoming is most likely the price, but when you consider the safety, performance and value it provides, the cost is not really much of an issue.

If you’re looking to find a winter tire for your high performance vehicle that delivers excellent performance in cold winter months, particularly in areas where snowfall continues for days or weeks on end-the Blizzak LM-32 is a solid choice. You’d be hard-pressed to find anything better today.

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What Vehicles Will The Bridgestone LM-32 Fit?

Fits these vehicles and many others:

• Audi A4, Q5, A6, A8
• BMW Z4, 325i, 750Li
• Infiniti G35, G37, M35 M45
• Jaguar XF, XK, XKR
• Land Rover Range Rover HSE
• Mercedes S, C, E-Class
• Porsche 911, Boxter, Cayenne

Tire Sizes

16″

205/55R16 94V XL BW

17″

215/45R17 91V XL BW
225/45R17 94V XL BW
225/50R17 98V XL BW
225/50R17 94H BW

18″

215/45R18 93V XL BW
225/40R18 92V XL BW
225/50R18 95V BW
235/40R18 95V XL BW
235/45R18 98V XL BW
245/45R18 100V XL BW
245/55R18 103V BW
255/40R18 99V XL BW
255/45R18 103V XL BW
275/35R18 95V BW

19″

225/40R19 93V XL BW
225/45R19 96V XL BW
245/40R19 98V XL BW
245/45R19 102V XL BW
255/35R19 96H XL BW
255/40R19 100V XL BW
265/35R19 98V XL BW
275/35R19 96V BW
275/40R19 101V BW

20″

245/40R20 95W BW
245/40R20 95V BW
245/45R20 99V BW
255/35R20 97H XL BW
295/35R20 105W XL BW

Price Range

Bridgestone Blizzak LM-32 prices range from approximately $250 and up. You may also find occasional rebates, discount prices, coupons and special offers on this tire.

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Warranty

Bridgestone provides a limited tread warranty on the Blizzak LM-32. Tire uniformity is guaranteed for the first 1/32 inch of wear. Materials and workmanship are warranted for 5-years and include free replacement during the first 3-years. A prorated amount is given for the remaining time period or down to the final 2/32 inch of tread depth.

There is also a 30-day buy and try guarantee that allows you to refund or exchange the tires in the event you are not completely satisfied.